BOCCE
Late June brings the start of Bocce Ball season. We typically practice on Tuesday evenings at a park in St. Cloud. During the first few weeks of practice, athletes must be present so that scores can be documented and sent to the State office in preparation for Area Competition. Area and state competitions may be on a grass court, so athletes get experience on different surfaces.
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Although bocce is not always familiar to most athletes, it’s suitable for almost everyone who can hold the bocce ball. The idea is to throw a ball close to the small, white ball called a pallina. The player with the balls closest to the pallina earns points. A score of 12 wins the match. Typical attire is shorts, a St. Cloud Area t-shirt, and closed-toe shoes, typically tennis shoes.
Bocce is played as singles, doubles or unified doubles. If needed, athletes may use a ramp for launching a bocce ball. This sport is a great opportunity for athletes to play as a doubles team with a fellow teammate or as a unified team with a family member. The family or friend must complete Level 1 Coach training to become a Unified Partner.
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Head Coach: Denise Roesner